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Why Cali BBQ is a Digital-First Restaurant

7 Shifts

Mine happened when I realized social media wasn’t about meeting new people — it was about communicating in a brand new way. I remember teasing San Diego Charger Lew Bush at a catering event in 2007 because he told me he was going to stand in line for the first iPhone. Ovation lets our customers communicate with us.

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Why Do All Chefs Cross Their Arms in Photos?

EATER

Jean-Georges Vongerichten, a master of the crossed arms look, in 2007. But the stance also communicates something less savory to the viewer. Tiffany Leigh is a BIPOC freelance journalist with degrees in communications and business. David Chang and Christina Tosi do it. Aren’t we all just nervous kids on class picture day?

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What Travelers Want in F&B and US Foods Scholars

Modern Restaurant Management

Seamless Communication Between Properties : When staying at a hotel with multiple properties, 29 percent expect their preferences and guest profile to be easily communicated between properties. Kahale began working at Illes Foods in 2007 and has held several roles within the company.

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Why Are the World’s Greatest Mangoes Almost Impossible to Buy in the U.S.?

EATER

In 2007, Indian mangoes were among the first major irradiated fruits to be approved and imported, but they had to be treated in India beforehand. Pakistan’s burgeoning mango industry is a microcosm that spotlights the app’s broader role as an incredibly important place for the global Pakistani community to do all sorts of business.

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How to Write the Perfect Restaurant Mission Statement: Guide + Examples

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Fast casual chain Sweetgreen's missions statement has helped it exapnd to 75 locations since it's founding in 2007. Sweetgreen's restaurant mission statement is a great example of understanding customer needs: "Our mission is to inspire healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Driven By Virtue. Crafted By Taste.”.

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7+ Awesome Restaurant Super Bowl Specials and Promotions for 2023

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2007 Remaster] - The Notorious B.I.G. By taking the time to communicate with your staff before the big game, you can ensure that everyone is on the same page and ready to provide your customers with the best possible experience. Junior M.A.F.I.A.) Email lists are a great way for restaurants to keep in touch with their customers.

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Is the Minimalist Restaurant Menu Over?

EATER

Former New York Times food critic Frank Bruni noted in 2007 that in the late 2000s, menu descriptions changed for a more “ethical purpose. With Castamar’s fuller descriptions, Pancir believes that more menu details can give guests a fuller understanding of the food with less communication from servers.

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